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147 – The Visionary

The 147 Tritype® and its variations (147, 174, 417, 471, 714, and 741) are collectively referred to as The Visionary. This Tritype® combines Type 1 (Perfectionist), Type 4 (Individualist), and Type 7 (Enthusiast), creating a personality that is ethical, creative, and optimistic. However, the order of dominance among the types determines how these traits are expressed. Here’s a breakdown of the differences:

147: Core Type 1 (The Idealistic Visionary)

  • Primary Focus: Being ethical, responsible, and doing things “right.”
  • Secondary Influence: Emotional depth and authenticity (Type 4).
  • Tertiary Influence: Optimism and enthusiasm for new experiences (Type 7).
  • Key Traits: A principled individual who combines perfectionism with creativity and positivity. They strive to improve systems while maintaining high standards and inspiring others.

174: Core Type 1 (The Creative Reformer)

  • Primary Focus: Responsibility and perfectionism but with a stronger emphasis on creativity.
  • Secondary Influence: Enthusiasm and positivity (Type 7).
  • Tertiary Influence: Emotional depth and authenticity (Type 4).
  • Key Traits: A disciplined person who balances their ethical standards with emotional sensitivity and a love for new ideas. They work hard to create meaningful change while staying optimistic.

417: Core Type 4 (The Introspective Visionary)

  • Primary Focus: Emotional depth, authenticity, and being true to oneself.
  • Secondary Influence: Responsibility and high ethical standards (Type 1).
  • Tertiary Influence: Optimism and spontaneity (Type 7).
  • Key Traits: A deeply introspective individual who combines emotional sensitivity with a strong sense of ethics. They are creative yet idealistic, striving to inspire others while maintaining high standards.

471: Core Type 4 (The Thoughtful Idealist)

  • Primary Focus: Authenticity and creativity but with a stronger focus on intellectual analysis.
  • Secondary Influence: Optimism and positivity (Type 7).
  • Tertiary Influence: Ethical responsibility and structure (Type 1).
  • Key Traits: A creative person who uses their introspection to improve systems or express their uniqueness. They balance emotional sensitivity with enthusiasm for life’s possibilities.

714: Core Type 7 (The Optimistic Reformer)

  • Primary Focus: Seeking fun, freedom, and new experiences.
  • Secondary Influence: Emotional depth and authenticity (Type 4).
  • Tertiary Influence: Ethical responsibility and structure (Type 1).
  • Key Traits: An adventurous individual who balances their love for excitement with a desire for personal meaning. They are playful yet disciplined in aligning their actions with their values.

741: Core Type 7 (The Enthusiastic Idealist)

  • Primary Focus: Enjoying life’s possibilities but with a stronger focus on responsibility.
  • Secondary Influence: Ethical responsibility and high standards (Type 1).
  • Tertiary Influence: Emotional depth and creativity (Type 4).
  • Key Traits: A fun-loving person who uses their charm to inspire others while maintaining high standards. They are creative yet structured in their pursuit of meaningful goals.

Summary of Differences:

  • When Type 1 dominates, the person is focused on ethics, structure, and doing things “right,” supported by emotional depth/creativity (Type 4) or optimism/enthusiasm (Type 7).
  • When Type 4 dominates, the person is focused on emotional authenticity, creativity, and being unique, enhanced by responsibility/ethics (Type 1) or optimism/positivity (Type 7).
  • When Type 7 dominates, the person is focused on adventure, freedom, and new experiences, grounded by ethics/morality (Type 1) or emotional sensitivity/authenticity (Type 4).

Each variation reflects how these three types combine in different orders to create unique expressions of The Visionary Tritype®.